Abstract
A rapid test has been developed which demonstrates the efficacy of silicas and PVPP as chillproofing agents. The test can be completed in less than 90 minutes and may be more reproducible and have less variability than the ASBC method for determining stability. By doing a series of baseline studies on stabilized and unstabilized beer, a brewmaster can use this test to ensure that all beer leaving the brewery has been stabilized.
Keywords: beer stabilization, physical stability, chillproofing, silica gels, PVPP